Norfolk, NE Road Trips

With 5 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Norfolk, NE works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 297 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Norfolk, NE head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in Madison County, Nebraska, United States

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Trip Routes

6

Longest Drive

374.3 mi

Gering, NE

Quickest Drive

4h 2m

Gothenburg, NE

Plan Around Norfolk, NE

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Norfolk, NE is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Gothenburg, NE to Norfolk, NE 217.8 mi · 4h 2m

Continue From Norfolk, NE

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Norfolk, NE to Gering, NE 374.3 mi · 7h 21m Norfolk, NE to Terrytown, NE 372.3 mi · 7h 19m Norfolk, NE to Imperial, NE 318.1 mi · 6h 19m Norfolk, NE to Falls City, NE 212.5 mi · 4h 15m

Trips from Norfolk, NE

Norfolk, NE to Gering, NE

374.3 mi 7h 21m

Norfolk, NE to Terrytown, NE

372.3 mi 7h 19m

Norfolk, NE to Imperial, NE

318.1 mi 6h 19m

Norfolk, NE to Falls City, NE

212.5 mi 4h 15m

Norfolk, NE to Alma, NE

207.6 mi 4h 2m

Driving from Norfolk, NE

On average, trips departing from Norfolk, NE run 297 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 51m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 374 miles (7h 21m), while the shortest is just 208 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Norfolk, NE include Gering, NE (374.3 mi, 7h 21m), Terrytown, NE (372.3 mi, 7h 19m), Imperial, NE (318.1 mi, 6h 19m), Falls City, NE (212.5 mi, 4h 15m), and Alma, NE (207.6 mi, 4h 2m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

For the average 297-mile drive from Norfolk, NE, expect to burn about 11.7 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.

Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 5 mapped routes leaving Norfolk, NE and 1 routes heading into Norfolk, NE, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 208 to 374 miles.

The longest mapped route from Norfolk, NE covers 374 miles and takes approximately 7h 21m. Shorter options start at just 208 miles.

The average route from Norfolk, NE runs about 297 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 51m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

The most popular road trip destinations from Norfolk, NE include Gering, NE, Terrytown, NE, Imperial, NE and Falls City, NE. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Norfolk, NE by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

25,962

Median Income

$62,175

Median Home Value

$199,100

Median Age

37.4

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Norfolk, NE at a Glance

Founded

1866

Elevation

1,522 ft

Area

0 mi²

Notable People from Norfolk, NE

A sampling of people born in Norfolk, NE.

Thurl Ravenscroft

1914–2005

American actor

Doris Pawn

1894–1988

American actress (1894-1988)

Joyce Ballantyne

1918–2006

American artist (1918–2006)

Will Steffen

1947–2023

Climate scientist (1947–2023)

Arthur Harris

1890–1968

American polo player (1890-1968)

Patrick M. Martin

1924–1968

American politician (1924-1968)

Jeremy Scott

1981

American pole vaulter

Jared Schuurmans

1987

American discus thrower

Landmarks & Historic Sites

Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Norfolk, NE.